East Sussex · London and the South East
Rushlake Green Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Rushlake Green and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Landlord roof survey in Rushlake Green: what you get
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We look at the roof from each safe vantage point including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we’re allowed to reach. We survey blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged pots and flaunching and flashings that have come away.
In a village or hamlet like Rushlake Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Rushlake Green (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys in Rushlake Green: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Bateman's, about 4.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rushlake Green. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Rushlake Green is about 6 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. If you are in Rushlake Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our East Sussex coverage includes Rushlake Green. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Landlord roof surveys in TN21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Middle Lane, Rookery Lane and Back Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Punnett's Town (1 mile north), Dallington (2 miles east), Trolliloes (2 miles south), Wood's Corner (2 miles east) and Bodle Street Green (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south), Hastings (12 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (6 miles south-west).
Around Rushlake Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Horse And Groom Public House, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (3.3 miles west) and Hellingly Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Rushlake Green includes Selwyns Wood.
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Questions from Rushlake Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Rushlake Green?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Rushlake Green is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Rushlake Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we’ll say so.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Rushlake Green
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Rushlake Green?
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition and how soon.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Cracked or lifting flashings
Anyone responsible for a site like Heathfield Community College will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a small place like Rushlake Green, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Rushlake Green book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Why get it checked now?
Finding a roof defect early usually means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Rushlake Green, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.